CAF Awards: Akpabio Hails Lookman, Chiamaka Nnadozie For Making Nigeria Proud
He also hailed the National female team, Super Falcons for winning the Women’s National Team of the Year Award.
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President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has commended Nigeria’s star player, Ademola Lookman.
Akpabio congratulated Lookman after he won the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year Award.
Akpabio, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh also congratulated the Super Falcons goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie for emerging as the Women’s Goal Keeper of the Year.
He also hailed the National female team, Super Falcons for winning the Women’s National Team of the Year Award.
The Senate President who extolled Lookman’s exceptional skills and prowess said, “I wish to congratulate one of our finest footballers and an international superstar, Ademola Lookman on his well-deserved win as the CAF Men’s Player of the Year.
“This prestigious award is a testament to Lookman’s hard work, dedication, and exceptional skills on the football pitch.
I would also like to celebrate our amiable and talented Super Falcons goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, who has won the Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year award for the second consecutive year. Her outstanding performance is an inspiration to young Nigerian girls who aspire to excel in sports.
Furthermore, I commend the Super Falcons for emerging as the Women’s National Team of the Year. This achievement demonstrates the team’s resilience, teamwork, and commitment to excellence.
These awards are not only a proud moment for Nigerian football but also a reflection of our nation’s rich sporting talent. We are honoured to have such exceptional athletes representing Nigeria on the global stage.
The Senate and indeed the National Assembly under my leadership would continue to support sports through enabling laws and adequate appropriations to harness all the hidden talents in the country."
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